oh, well thats good to know... so can i use it to defrost my front windows in a snow storm...  

From: Karl Mullendore <groups@WESTYVENTURES.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: HS2000 propex

> On Fri, 27 Oct 2006 16:19:01 -0700, Mark C <obeechi@RUNBOX.COM> wrote:
> 
> >this newer model is supposed to be quieter... anyone install it yet?
> 
> As the importer of these fine heaters, I have tested all models and the
> HS2000 is dramatically quieter than the previous models. Propex has achieved
> this by reducing fan speed slightly and increasing heat output. The fan
> speed is regulated by an internal voltage regulator so that changes in input
> voltage don't effect fan speed. The HS2000 fan does run at a higher speed
> initally in the first 30 seconds or so of the warmup stage, then settles
> into the quiet mode. I've noticed the warmup stage is also shorter than
> previous models.
> 
> Karl Mullendore
> propexusa.com
> 

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